Editor’s note: In an effort to keep residents informed on happenings within county government, county employees will contribute biweekly articles for “The County Cubicle.”
Month: September 2010
Loose Ends: Dogs, ducks, determination
The woman had border collies long before the local sheepdog trials. She couldn’t find enough for them to do on the ranch. While they had plenty of room outside to run, they had no work to do. So her dogs usually resorted to filling their hours by getting into trouble.[Read More…]
Meeker Locals
It’s time once again for the Meeker Classic! The dog vs. sheep action will be well under way by the time you’re reading this, but make sure you get out to Ute Park.
Rangely cross country results:
William Scoggins, 10th, 18:17 Justin Prosser, 64th, 21:27 Blake Wanstedt, 73rd, 21:59 Devin Williams, 78th, 23:14 Tanner Nielsen, 79th, 23:19
REMAINS …
Sgt. Roy Kinney, investigator for the Rio Blanco County Sheriff’s Office, found this skull in the evidence room in January. “As near as we could tell, previous evidence custodians had tried to backtrack and find out how it got there. We believe it may have been plowed up in a[Read More…]
Ruth King honored by Rangely Library
RANGELY I Ruth King had a surprise homecoming this week. King was honored with a dedication reception Tuesday at the Rangely Regional Library, which was planned without her knowledge.
Letter: There’s a better use for taxpayers’ money
Please tell us the Town of Meeker is not using taxpayers’ money pursuing legal action for a sign on a moving vehicle. The signs on trucks, trailers and other moving stock are a common sight on your streets. The trucks have been parked at many different places as well. While[Read More…]
Opinion: There’s no reason to punish myself for past mistakes
Sometimes, this job sucks. And so does life sometimes. In case you haven’t already guessed, I’ve gone through a rough patch lately, for reasons professional and personal. Mistakes are hard to live with, whether in life or on the job.
Taking Aim: Jeff and Kristen Eskelson are new owners of Rocky Mountain Bowstrings
Jeff and Kristen Eskelson are new owners of Rocky Mountain Bowstrings in Meeker. The deal became official Aug. 27. Bill and Erma Rucker started the business in 1986. “The archery shop is one of — if not the best — stocked archery shops in Colorado,” Jeff said.
Rowlett injured in Texas auto accident
MEEKER I Dakota Rowlett, who was graduated from Meeker High School in May, was involved in an automobile accident early Monday morning in Texas, where he attends Stephen F. Austin State University at Nacogdoches. He was driving from Center to Nacogdoches when the accident occurred.
Author will sign Piceance Creek history
MEEKER I Author Grace Petrakian will do a signing for her new book, “Land of Tall Grass,” from noon to 3 p.m. Saturday at Avis’ Village Floral.
Chambers name members of the week
RBC I This week’s Meeker Chamber Member of the Week is Meeker Realty. To read the story, go to www.meekerchamber.com.
Come say hi!
There will be three cannon test shots fired downtown on Friday, May 3 as a test run for the 4th of July. For more information on the cannon itself, visit https://www.theheraldtimes.com/the-sound-of-history-come-to-life/meeker/
2 days ago
As the saying goes, "Small towns are the natural habitat of the drama llama."
3 days ago
Feel like you're always "putting out fires" instead of doing the important things? https://www.theheraldtimes.com/editors-column-differentiating-the-urgent-from-the-important/opinion/
4 days ago
A Celebration of Life will be held by the family "when the weather warms up and the work is all done this spring," according to Kay's wishes.
4 days ago
Three finalists for county administrator were interviewed by the commissioners last Tuesday. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/commissioners-interview-administrator-candidates/rio-blanco-county/
5 days ago
The RBC Livestock Judging team competed in Sterling. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/rbc-livestock-judging-team-earns-multiple-awards-in-sterling/rio-blanco-county/
5 days ago
MHS Drama presented "Emma: A Pop Musical" for its spring performance in April, to rave reviews. https://www.theheraldtimes.com/another-stellar-performance-by-mhs-drama-program/meeker/
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